Book Details
Orange Code:95826
Paperback:417 pages
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Sections:
1. Introduction – The Fascination with Horses and Learning2. Ethology and Cognition3. Anthropomorphism and the Human–Horse Relationship4. Non-associative Learning5. Associative Learning (Attractive Stimuli)6. Associative Learning (Aversive Stimuli)7. Applying Learning Theory8. Training9. Horses in Sport and Work10. Apparatus11. Biomechanics12. Unorthodox Techniques13. Stress and Fear Responses14. Ethical Equitation15. Research Methods in Equitation Science16. The Future of Equitation Science
Description:
A new edition of a highly respected textbook and reference in the rapidly emerging field of equitation science. Equitation Science, 2nd Edition incorporates learning theory into ethical equine training frameworks suitable for riders of any level and for all types of equestrian activity. Written by international experts at the forefront of the development of the field, the welfare of the horse and rider safety are primary considerations throughout. This edition features a new chapter on research methods, and a companion website provides the images from the book in PowerPoint.
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